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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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